1982 Cadillac Eldorado Service and Repair Manual

This 1982 Cadillac Eldorado factory service and repair manual is built around this specific model year and trim lineup, so the specifications and procedures inside are the ones Cadillac actually published for your Eldorado, not a generic stand-in from another year.

Engines covered

• 4.1L V6 (252 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
• 4.1L V8 (250 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
• 5.7L V8 (350 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, diesel

Body styles covered

• 2-door coupe

Trims covered

• Base
• Biarritz
• Cabriolet
• Touring

Known issues on the 1982 Eldorado. Three recalls are on federal record for this model year. The first covers the fuel storage system: the fuel filters were produced with an incorrect threaded fitting similar enough in size that the fuel filter may appear to be correctly threaded onto the fuel line without truly being secured. The second covers the speed control cables: incorrect accelerator cable brackets could let the cruise control servo rod bind on the accelerator cable bracket. The third covers the fuel injection system: the governor weight retainer in the injection pump could fail, letting the throttle valve stick and preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver. Owners have filed 4 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind each of those systems are here.

From tracing a fuel filter fitting to servicing the cruise control cable routing or the injection pump governor, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 1982 Eldorado.